Rescuing Collection (#32)

Fable / Dove and Ant
THE DOVE AND THE ANT The ant bites the hunter on the ankle when he is about to shoot the dove, so repaying the doves good deed in rescuing him from the stream

Orpheus Loses Her
Orpheus almost succeeds in rescuing his wife Eurydice from the Underworld, but at the last minute he looks back, which is the one thing he has been told he must not do

Robin Thanked
Robin Hood, in armour and on horseback, is thanked by the peasants for rescuing them from oppression

Wales Air Ambulance helicopter in flight after rescuing a casualty at Solva harbour, Solva, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
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Wales Air Ambulance helicopter and crew carrying a casualty on a stretcher at Solva harbour, Solva, Pembrokeshire
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Wales Air Ambulance helicopter and crew rescuing a casualty at Solva harbour, Solva, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

RNLI inshore rescue boat demonstration rescue, Little Haven Summer Regatta, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Cuviers Beaked Whale (Ziphiius cavirostris) rescue in Horta Harbour. Azores
Lisa Steiner / SplashdownDirect

African Elephant - female / cow with 4 month old calf which she has just rescued from a water hole in Ngulia Rhino
MAB-128 African Elephant - female / cow with 4 month old calf which she has just rescued from a water hole in Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary Tsavo National Park, West Kenya

African Elephant - female / cow rescuing her very young calf which has fallen into a water hole in Ngulia Rhino
MAB-127 African Elephant - female / cow rescuing her very young calf which has fallen into a water hole in Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary Tsavo National Park, West Kenya

African elephant - female / cow angry at not being able to rescue her very young calf which has fallen into a water
MAB-125 African elephant - female / cow angry at not being able to rescue her very young calf which has fallen into a water hole in Ngulia Rhino Sancturay Tsavo National Park, West Kenya

Flying Doctor Service, Broome, Western Australia

Floods in Cheshire
When Northwich, Cheshire, is inundated, the streets are full of boats - even a sailing boat ! - rescuing people from their homes, while others are evacuated on piggy-back

Rescuing U-Boat Victim
A child is rescued aboard a passenger ship torpedoed by a U-boat - an episode from an adventure yarn published in 1917 based on authentic naval operations

Pitt as Heroic Rescuer
The younger Pitt depicted as Perseus, rescuing Andromeda (Britannia) from her financial troubles, in the office of Chancellor of the Exchequer

Saint Helena 2
View of Jamestown harbour from the hill behind the Battery : this French engraving names the defences - perhaps with a view to rescuing the captive Emperor ?

St Bernard Rescuing
A Saint Bernard monk comes hurrying up with a spade as a rescue dog finds a man buried in the Alpine snow

Albinus saving the Vestal Virgins from the Gauls
When the Gauls attack Rome, a plebeian named Albinus helps the fleeing Vestal Virgins by taking them in his cart to the city of Cumae, where they find shelter in a temple

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In the face of danger, heroes emerge to rescue those in need. A brave fireman fearlessly rushes into a blazing inferno, risking his own life to save a young girl trapped inside. The flames lick at his heels as he carries her to safety, embodying the true essence of heroism. Across stormy seas, Grace Darling and her father row tirelessly through treacherous waters to rescue stranded sailors. Their unwavering determination and selflessness shine brightly amidst the crashing waves, reminding us that even ordinary individuals can become extraordinary heroes. Captain Noel Godfrey Chavasse stands tall among his comrades on the battlefield, displaying unparalleled courage during World War I. With bullets whizzing past him, he fearlessly tends to wounded soldiers with unwavering dedication and compassion. From above, a Wessex helicopter descends upon tumultuous waters to pluck a survivor from certain peril. The deafening roar of the rotor blades is drowned out by cheers of relief as they hoist the individual up towards safety – a testament to human ingenuity and bravery. In Flanders' muddy trenches during World War I, British soldiers rally together not only for their fellow men but also for an unlikely companion - rescuing a horse from an unforgiving ditch. In this act of compassion amidst chaos, humanity triumphs over war's brutality. Grace Darling once again proves her mettle as she bravely tends to her duties as lighthouse keeper's daughter. Guiding lost souls away from treacherous shores becomes second nature for this remarkable woman who embodies resilience and strength. Colonel Redvers Buller charges forward in battle against Zulu warriors in 1879's Zulu War at Inhlobane. Amidst fierce fighting and overwhelming odds stacked against them, Colonel Buller leads his troops with unwavering resolve - exemplifying leadership under extreme circumstances.